Harden Lake Dam, also known as Old Dallas Dam, is a private dam located in Hardins, North Carolina on the South Fork Catawba River.
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Built in 1901, this dam serves a primary purpose of hydroelectric power generation, with a structural height of 16 feet and a length of 235 feet. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 164 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 25.6 acres.
While the dam has a low hazard potential, its condition has not been rated as of the last inspection in October 2016. Despite not being state regulated or permitted, the dam is inspected by the state and meets inspection requirements. With a maximum discharge of 743 cubic feet per second, the Harden Lake Dam is an important structure for water resource management and climate enthusiasts interested in the hydroelectric capabilities of the South Fork Catawba River.
Although lacking in detailed risk assessment and emergency preparedness measures, Harden Lake Dam stands as a historical landmark in North Carolina's water infrastructure. With its contribution to hydroelectric power generation and minimal environmental impact, this dam serves as a testament to the early engineering feats of the region and continues to play a vital role in the local water resource management system.
Year Completed |
1901 |
Dam Length |
235 |
River Or Stream |
South Fork Catawba River |
Primary Dam Type |
Other |
Surface Area |
25.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
328320 |
Nid Storage |
164 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
Indian Creek Near Laboratory
|
608cfs |
Long Creek Near Bessemer City
|
13cfs |
South Fork Catawba River At Lowell
|
396cfs |
Killian Creek Near Mariposa
|
37cfs |
Long Creek Nr Rhyne
|
9cfs |
Mcdowell Creek Nr Charlotte
|
0cfs |